Slim Chili Lasagna Recipe

Name: Slim Chili Lasagna
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons butter; 1 small onion, finely chopped; 1 small garlic clove, minced; 1 small green pepper, diced (1/4-1/2 cup); 1 lb ground turkey; 2 teaspoons chili powder (to taste); 3 cups tomato sauce; 1 teaspoon sugar; 1/4 cup lentils, picked over, washed and drained; 1/2 lb lasagna noodle; 1 egg; 1 (16 ounce) container low fat cottage cheese; 1 (8 ounce) package part-skim mozzarella cheese (or grate this amount if bought as a block)

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons butter
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 small garlic clove, minced
1 small green pepper, diced (1/4-1/2 cup)
1 lb ground turkey
2 teaspoons chili powder (to taste)
3 cups tomato sauce
1 teaspoon sugar
1/4 cup lentils, picked over, washed and drained
1/2 lb lasagna noodle
1 egg
1 (16 ounce) container low fat cottage cheese
1 (8 ounce) package part-skim mozzarella cheese (or grate this amount if bought as a block)

1
In a 2-qt. non- stick saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
2
Add onion, garlic, green pepper and ground turkey.
3
Cook, stirring and breaking up meat until brown, about 5 minutes.
4
Pour off drippings.
5
Stir in chili powder, tomato sauce, sugar and lentils.
6
Bring to boiling; reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for about 30 minutes, or until lentils are tender, stirring occasionally to keep mixture from sticking.
7
Meanwhile, cook lasagna according to directions on package; drain.
8
In medium bowl, beat egg, blend in cottage cheese, mix well.
9
Preheat oven to 375*F.
10
In a 13x9x2-inch pan, arrange half the noodles, overlapping to fit, spread with half the cheese-egg mixture, half the meat mixture, and half the Mozzarella.
11
Repeat layers.
12
Bake covered about 40 minutes, until bubbly. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

533

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons butter, 1 small onion, finely chopped, 1 small garlic clove, minced, 1 small green pepper, diced (1/4-1/2 cup), and more.

Yes, Slim Chili Lasagna falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Slim Chili Lasagna

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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